In this episode of The Deeply Graphic Design Cast, Nick sits down with AI futurist and designer Linus Ekenstam, whose bold takes on social media have shaken up the creative community. Linus has made headlines for statements like, “Designers who ignore AI might soon be out of jobs,” but his mission isn’t to scare; it’s to prepare.

Together, we dig into the reality of how AI is changing the creative landscape, not five years from now, but right now. Linus breaks down which design tasks are already being automated, why “AI won’t replace designers, but designers who use AI will replace those who don’t,” and how creatives can future-proof their careers by learning to co-create with intelligent tools.

This isn’t a doom-and-gloom conversation. It’s a wake-up call packed with practical advice for freelancers, studio owners, and anyone trying to stay relevant in an industry that’s shifting faster than ever. We talk about:

• Why “AI literacy” is the new must-have skill for every creative

• The everyday tasks designers can automate today to save time and stress

• How to maintain your creative voice while working with AI tools

• The mindset shift from “AI will take my job” to “AI can take my busywork”

• What the smart designer’s toolkit looks like in 2025 and beyond

Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or terrified about AI, this conversation will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to take action, before the industry moves on without you.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and join the conversation.

Because the future of design isn’t man or machine — it’s both.

Linus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linusekenstam/

Linus on X: https://x.com/LinusEkenstam

Website: linusekenstam.com

Wix Studio: https://www.wixstudio.com